Change it up this year with a Nontraditional Valentine’s Day Gifts

With Valentine's Day just a couple days away, I'm sure many of you are scrambling to find the perfect gift for your special someone. Maybe some of you have it easy and can please your significant other with some flowers and chocolates, while the rest of you want to go above and beyond. Whichever route you take, it's probably time to switch it up.

Chocolates and flowers are cute and all, but it's been done over and over again. It's 2019 and it's time to step up, ladies and gents. Stun your companion with these revolutionary Valentine's Day gifts.

1. Balloon bouquets
Maybe your person isn't that into flowers. After all, they only last about a week. Make a bigger statement with a balloon bouquet from Zeidlers. Or, add it to a normal bouquet for the extra punch.

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2. Beef jerkey bouquet.
Don't forget about the men out there come Valentine's Day. They deserve love, too! What better way to express your undying affection than a beef jerky bouquet for him? Yes, it's actually a thing. The Manly Man Company is delivering them right to you!

4. Chocolate-covered strawberries.Shari's Berries is a personal favorite of mine. They are SO GOOD. While a bit pricey, it's totally worth it. Again, anyone could enjoy these. Send them to your lucky lady/lad and I promise you they will not be disappointed. They have so many options, too!

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5. Venus Et Fleur Eternity Roses.
If you're a big spender (can't relate), and want to stick to the more traditional route, check out these roses that last forever. Literally.

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6. Edible Arrangement bouquets.
Valentine's Day is all about sweet treats, but maybe you're trying to stick to your New Year's resolution and cut back. Or, maybe you're like me and you just really love fruit. Either way, Edible Arrangements NEVER disappoint. They're so yummy. They have some super cute Valentine's arrangements right now.

8. Chick-fil-a's chicken mini heart-shaped box.
Chick-fil-a is saying chicken is the new chocolate, and they're not wrong.

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9. Bisket Basket's dog/owner combo bouquet.
If you know someone who is just as obsessed with their dog as they are with you, I highly recommend checking out this dog and owner Valentine's bouquet. It comes with treats inside for the person AND their pet.

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10. Olive Garden's breadstick bouquet.Breadsticks. Bouquet. Need I say more? There probably isn't a better way to express your love and appreciation for someone than carbs. All the carbs.

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11. Lastly, if you're spending Valentine's Day solo, any of the aforementioned gifts can easily be addressed to yourself. Send yourself some beef jerky or some donuts - no shame! Treat yo self.